Austin police are seeking assistance in identifying and locating someone who may information about a homicide that occurred on February 14 at a central Austin Motel 6.
According to police, officials were informed of the incident by staff at Motel 6 at 7100 North Interstate 35 around 1:42 p.m. on Feb. 14 after a man appeared to be dead in a room. Austin-Travis County EMS tried to help, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene.
The deceased was identified by APD as Juan G. Diaz-Pastor, 55, on March 9. Strangulation was determined to be the cause of death by the Travis County Medical Examiner’s Office.
Meanwhile, authorities said a person seen leaving the hotel room on security video may know about the event. Police have described that motel guest as follows:
- Black or Hispanic woman (possibly man dressed as a woman)
- Estimated to be 5’7″ to 5’8″ in height
- Average build
- Between 20 and 30 years old
Where to inform
Anyone with information or video should call APD Homicide at (512) 974-TIPS or email the unit at [email protected], according to detectives. One can also call Crime Stoppers at (512) 472-8477 (TIPS), use the Crime Stoppers app, or submit tips by downloading the Austin PD mobile app.
A reward of up to $1,000 may be offered for information leading to an arrest. It is allowed to stay anonymous when providing information.
